HB739
Virginia Parole Board; increases membership, appointment of members, powers and duties.
Status:
In House
Latest Action:
Feb. 5, 2026
House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 0-N)
Chief Patron:
Wren Williams (R)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Virginia Parole Board; membership; appointment of members; powers and duties.
Increases the membership of the Parole Board from up to five members to 10 members, five of whom are to be appointed by the Governor, three of whom are to be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Delegates, and two of whom are to be appointed by the ... (More) Senate Committee on Rules. The bill requires that four of the five Parole Board members appointed by the Governor have specific background and experience as enumerated in the bill. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/13/2026 - House: Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104769D
- 01/13/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Public Safety
- 01/20/2026 - House: Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2
- 02/03/2026 - House: Placed on Public Safety Agenda
- 02/05/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 0-N)
